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17th May 21
Nexplanon implant
Insertion was easy and my periods stopped completely after a couple months for about 2 years. However, I experienced weight gain especially in my breasts, i went up 3 cup sizes and had complete loss of sex drive and thrush multiple times.
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Time used
18 months - 3 years
Stopped using
Impact whilst using
Mood
No change
Skin
Don't know
Sex drive
Reduced
Weight
Gained weight
Bleeds
Stopped
Other side effects whilst using
Breast enlargement
Thrush
Vaginal dryness
Lower back pain
Vaginal discharge
Pelvic infection
Dizziness
Headaches
Migraines
Experience coming off Nexplanon implant
The removal process took longer and was more painful than expected but i returned to my previous weight and period cycle.
Impact after using
Mood
No change
Skin
Don't know
Sex drive
Increased
Weight
Lost weight
Cycle return to normal
3 - 6 months
Other side effects after using
Nausea or vomiting
Vaginal discharge